New Pickleball Courts in Lower Burrell: Lower Burrell has embraced the growing popularity of pickleball with the opening of six new pickleball courts at Veterans Central Park, formerly home to tennis courts. This initiative shows the city’s commitment to enhancing recreational opportunities for its residents.
Community Impact and Key Figures
Councilman Mike Stanoski, who oversees the city’s parks department, highlighted the significance of the new courts.
“For all ages, this is great — even from kids 5 to 95. This is a long time needed in our community. Surrounding communities can use it and bring their families.” – (Stanoski)
Mayor Chris Fabry praised residents Mike Bashour and Jim Hess for their efforts in realizing the project. Fabry also extended gratitude to Michelle Hatbob, the city’s parks and public works director, for her role in coordinating the construction.
“For the city of Lower Burrell to step up and actually make it happen is wonderful. It’s going to get its use.” – (Mike Bashour)
He emphasized the growing trend of pickleball, with numerous municipalities, including Plum, Oakmont, and Freeport, recently adding courts. Pickleball is recognized as America’s fastest-growing sport, with over 36.5 million players nationwide.
Project Details
The new pickleball courts, installed by Lower Burrell’s public works department, cost $63,000, with funds allocated from the 2024 budget, as noted by Manager Greg Primm.
“More than anything, it’s great for just being active. It’s a great way to meet people.” – (Mike Bashour)
Kellen Stepler, a TribLive reporter, covers the Allegheny Valley and Burrell school districts and can be reached at kstepler@triblive.com.
News in Brief: New Pickleball Courts in Lower Burrell
Lower Burrell has opened six new pickleball courts at Veterans Central Park, converting former tennis courts into a community asset. Councilman Mike Stanoski and Mayor Chris Fabry highlighted the project’s benefits, with special acknowledgment to residents Mike Bashour and Jim Hess, and parks director Michelle Hatbob.
The $63,000 project, funded by the 2024 budget, aligns with the nationwide surge in pickleball’s popularity, now played by over 36.5 million Americans. The new facilities aim to promote physical activity and social interaction, adding to the growing list of regional pickleball venues.
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